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Does Dirty Air Cool the Climate?
Over the past several decades, industrial countries have made major strides in cleaning up pollutants roiling from smokestacks.
But some researchers now say this progress could have a troubling side effect - accelerating the pace of global warming...
Is Sunshine Healthy for You?
Everyone loves summer, with the chance for some sunbathing, barbecues and picnics, along with the proposed benefits of improving our Vitamin D production, many people find spending a little time in the sun improves their mood and gives a feel-good factor – after all, why not enjoy the few sunny days that shine upon the UK each year?
In stark contrast to Britain’s sun worshippers, however, this year’s Cancer Research UK’s SunSmart campaign has predicted that the
China Joins UK-Led International Spam Fight
China has joined the international effort to combat spam.Reckoned to be the world's third largest producer of spam email, it has signed up to the London Action Plan on Spam Enforcement Collaboration ...
Strawberries and Cream
Tiny, red, jewels of the sun. Strawberries are wonderful, gratifying fruits that are grown all over the world. Amongst the most famous of these are Fragoline di Bosco’s; grown in the south of Italy and featuring famously in Mary Contini’s Dear Francesca, they are cultivated with an intense sweetness ...
Sneaky Diet Saboteurs
Are you trying it all but not losing at all? If this sounds familiar, read on as Truestar explains some potential reasons why your efforts to battle the bulge may be unsuccessful ...
Technology Advances Bible Translation Work by Decades
JAARS is an organisation that speeds Bible translation by providing quality services for Wycliffe Bible Translators and others. JAARS' Judy Bokelman says their VSAT project is a partnership that allows...
Exercise and Depression
It is estimated that over 340 million people in the world suffer from depression. Half of all victims do not recognise the illness and therefore never seek help. Untreated, depression is the most common cause of suicide and the incidence is unfortunately, on the rise ...
Faith-Based Organisations are Key Contributors of HIV/AIDS Healthcare
Private religious institutions contribute for up to 40% of health care in poor countries, according to the first systematic study of faith-based organisations and HIV/AIDS. Speaking at a discussion on "Faith in Action...
Africa Leaders Meet to Prepare Final Statement to G8 Leaders
On the brink of the G8 summit in Gleneagles, Scotland, the heads of state of many of the African Union's (AU) 53 member governments have gathered in Sirte, Libya on Tuesday to prepare a final statement to urge the rich nations...
The Love of Sugar
White sugar, the staple of Western diets, is found naturally in many foods, such as honey, fruit and milk. It’s added to a variety of food items such as cakes, sweets and chocolate, and is also ‘hidden’ amongst things like tinned vegetables, cereals and pasta sauces too ...
Salvation Army Raise Funds for Centres Around UK & Ireland
More than 60 people have taken part for the Salvation Army at the British 10k run in London last Sunday, 3rd July. The Salvation Army was aiming to raise thousands of pounds to support its social work all over the UK...
G8 Summit Preparations Set as Leaders Look to Africa Poverty, Trade & Climate
Protesters have already demonstrating ahead of the G8 Summit, which will begin tomorrow, 6th July. However, Monday saw some protests turn violent and distracted attention away from the issues surrounding the world’s...
Britain urges Calm as Clear Split Seen on Climate Change Between G8 Leaders
A number of leading environmentalists have urged Prime Minister Tony Blair to consider leaving behind a sceptical United States in plans to unite the world leaders...
Kenya Anglicans Cut Links With Episcopal Church USA over Homosexuality & Abortion
The Anglican Church of Kenya has announced its intention to severe all links with the Episcopal Church of America (ECUSA) and has demanded its expulsion from the global Communion...
Hillsong Conference 2005 Opens in Australia Led by Houston & Zschech
Over 28,000 delegates turned out to the opening of Hillsong's 2005 Conference at the Sydney Superdome on Monday night, July 4, 2005. The theme of the Conference this year was 'Strength', and it began with a captivating atmosphere...
300 Gather for Operation Mobilisation Outreach in South Africa
An international Christian mission agency working in more than 85 countries worldwide is holding its annual outreach this week in South Africa following...